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Wednesday, May 16, 2018

Today in the News Media

Today in the News Media is a synopsis of some of the most prominent coverage of OSU people and programs. Inclusion of any item constitutes neither an endorsement nor a critique, but rather is intended only to make the OSU community aware of significant items in the media.

A plan to transform a historic building in downtown Portland into Oregon State’s Portland Headquarters is underway. The Meier and Frank building located on Southwest 5th Avenue and Alder has roots dating back to the 1850s.

A piece by Sean W. Fleming, a geophysicist by training and author of Where the River Flows: Scientific Reflections on Earth’s Waterways. He runs a data analytics consultancy and holds positions at Oregon State University, the University of British Columbia, and Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Research at Oregon State University has shed new light how an increasingly common consumer product component—silver nanoparticles—can potentially interfere with the treatment of wastewater. (see also Nanowerk, ScienMag)

The Student Veterans Association of Oregon State University and local community members are planning a 22-kilometer march Saturday to raise awareness of veteran suicide rates.

Today

NEW! Bike Breakfasts: May is national Bike Month, and this week is national Bike to Work/School Week. To thank you for riding to OSU, we’ll be serving free fruit and coffee for bikers at different ZAP stations this week. 7:30- 9 a.m., Wednesday, May 16, outside of Gilfillan; Thursday, May 17, on the Campus Way bike path; Friday, May 18, in front of Plageman.

The third annual Human Library: Event participants will engage in 30- to 45-minute two-way conversations with individuals who volunteer as “Human Books.” Experiencing a discussion with a human book creates an opportunity for constructive dialogue, learning and empathy between two people who otherwise might not interact. A list of books and registration are available at https://guides.library.oregonstate.edu/humanlibrary. Wednesday, May 16, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Valley Library, fourth-floor rotunda. Preregistration is encouraged. For more information, contact Shalece Rains at 541-737-4537 or shalece.rains@oregonstate.edu. This event is sponsored by OSU Libraries and Press and the University Ombuds Office.

AmeriCorps Information Session: Stop by to learn more about AmeriCorps, which engages more than 80,000 college graduates in robust service projects each year at 21,600 sites; including non-profits, schools, public agencies, and community and faith-based groups across the country. Recruiter Emma Boyd will be available to answer questions between 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Bexell Hall 214 lounge on Wednesday, May 16.

Negotiate with Confidence: You applied, you interviewed, you’ve gotten a job offer. This workshop covers what comes next: negotiation. Come to this session to learn best practices for negotiating, how to determine starting salary, and how to feel confident doing it. May 16, noon – 1 p.m., in SEC 112, Involvement Lounge.

Oregon Wine Research Institute Spring Seminar Series: Vaughn Walton and Valerio Rossi-Stacconi, Oregon State University, will present “Mite Management in Vineyards” on May 16 from 3 to 4 p.m. in Kidder 202. They will discuss the biology and management of mites in vineyards. Free and open to the public.

Center for Genome Research and Biocomputing Seminar (CGRB): Steve Reichow, Portland State University, will present a seminar, “Native Lens Gap Junctions Visualized at Near-Atomic Resolution by CryoEM” on Wednesday, May 16, at 3:30 p.m. in the Agricultural & Life Sciences Bldg (ALS) 4001.

Madison Avenue Gateway Walk Dedication: Help us celebrate this collaborative project that has been in the works for more than 40 years. This effort was started in 1973 by OSU President Robert MacVicar and Corvallis Mayor Don Walker, with the goal to connect OSU to downtown and the riverfront. Join us May 16, 4 p.m., outside between Ninth and 11th streets on Madison Avenue as we celebrate the completion of this project and look forward to the next 150 years of collaboration that will enhance the quality of life and prosperity of our community.

NEW! “Implications of a multilevel approach to understanding social values applied to biodiversity conservation,” a lecture by Alia Dietsch, professor in the School of Environment and Natural Resources at The Ohio State University.Dietsch will speak Wednesday May 16 at 4 p.m. in Kidder 350. More information on Dietsch and her research can be found here.

Talk for Water: Aaron Wolf (professor of geography in the College of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences), Fatima Taha (research assistant, CEOAS), and Kenny Maes, (assistant professor of anthropology in the College of Liberal Arts) provide perspectives on the theme “Hydro-Diplomacy on the Nile,” Wednesday, May 16, 4 p.m., Burt Hall 193. Contact: Larry Becker, 541-737-9504.

WRGP Spring Seminar Series. Adrienne Aiona, of the City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services will present “The Nexus Between Monitoring, Engineering , and Policy for Stormwater Management in Portland.” on Wednesday, May 16, from 4-5 p.m. in Kelley 1001. Free and open to the public.

Open House: Celebrate the OSU150 dedication of the Madison Avenue Gateway on Wednesday, May 16, by attending Azalea Child Care Center’s Open House starting at 4:30 p.m., corner of Madison and 11th. Enjoy appetizers, beverages and enter your name for one of three wine and cheese basket give-aways. In addition, celebrate the historic contributions of Azalea Sager, namesake of Azalea House, and view the newly installed curated display of her quilts and samplers from the early 1900’s. For additional event info contact the Family Resource Center at familyresrouces.oregonstate.edu or 7-4906.

Mindful Technology Lecture: David M. Levy, professor at the Information School at the University of Washington,will discuss “Mindful Technology: How to Bring Balance to our Digital Lives,” on Wednesday, May 16, at 6:30 p.m in the Belluschi Wing of Corvallis Public Library, 645 N.W. Monroe St. Sponsored by OSU Contemplative Studies and Corvallis Public Library, the talk is free and open to the public.

Upcoming Events

NEW! Engineering Undergraduate Expo: See more than 200 student projects that use science and technology to take on some of the world’s biggest problems. These projects demonstrate the depth and breadth of engineering talent and ingenuity among the College of Engineering senior class. Come, and be amazed. Free and open to the public. Friday, May 18, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Community Plaza outside Kelley Engineering Center. For more information, visit expo.engr.oregonstate.edu.

NEW! Author reading: Writer Alexandria Marzano-Lesnevich will give a reading of her work on Friday, May 18, at 7:30 p.m. in the Valley Library Rotunda. The reading will be followed by a Q&A and book signing, and is part of the School of Writing, Literature, and Film’s 2017-18 Visiting Writers Series.

NEW! OSU Campus Bicycle Tour: The OSU National Historic District encompasses approximately 180 acres with 59 contributing resources, including open spaces. Learn how John Olmstead (son of Frederick Law Olmstead) created a long range campus plan for OSU in 1909 and find out more about the buildings designed by the renowned architect John Bennes. This will be a leisurely bike ride through the core of campus with stops highlighting the history of the most significant buildings and the associated open spaces. This ride is expected to take about an hour or so. Sunday, May 20, 2 p.m. Meet at the base of the steps on the north side of the Memorial Union.Tour guide Dave Dodson, OSU Campus Planning manager.

NEW! Taste of the Valley: Hosted by the student club 16xOSU, this event brings together local wineries, breweries, and restaurants to serve signature dishes and drinks in support of Linn-Benton Food Share. Tuesday May 22, 6-8 p.m. at the Children’s Farm Home, Historic Old School on Hwy 20. Tickets $30 pre-sale – Visit our website for more information or to buy tickets.

Gabby Smashes…Everything: On Thursday, May 17, the APCC will welcome Luann Algoso, star of the ‘Gabby Smashes’ web series. From 4-5 p.m., she’ll present‘Live, Love, Laugh: A Workshop on Art & Activism’: which explores the use of comedy in activism. From 6 – 7 p.m.,‘Gabby Smashes: Pilot Episode': A screening of “Gabby Antonio Smashes the Imperialist, White Supremacist, Capitalist, Patriarchy” – followed by a Q/A session facilitated by Patti Sakurai.

Community Iftar Dinner: Join the OSU community for an interfaith and intercultural celebration of the holy month of Ramadan. Learn about Ramadan and Islamic culture and eat a delicious Iftar meal. This event will feature guest speakers Mehra Shirazi, a professor in the Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies department at OSU and Sheikh Yosof Wanly.Thursday, May 17, 8 p.m. in the Memorial Union Ballroom Tickets are available at https://tinyurl.com/OSUIftaar. Students enter free.

OSUsed Store Public Sales: The OSUsed Store is open for its weekly public sales Friday noon to 3 p.m. at 644 S.W. 13th. Personal purchases must be made during public sales. Staff may shop for their department 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays. More information on our website.

Pride friends & alumni gathering: Reconnect with the Pride Center this spring. On Saturday, May 19, at 10 a.m. stop by the Pride Center for a brunch social. Get to know current students, visit with old friends and make new ones and learn about opportunities to get involved. At 7 p.m. we will attend the OSU spring drag show together in LaSells Stewart Center. The first 25 people to register for the social will receive a complimentary ticket. Childcare will be provided during the show (indicate if it is needed on the registration survey). For accommodations requests or general questions, contact Pride.Center@oregonstate.edu

Day of Caring: The SLI Center for Civic Engagement in partnership with United Way and the OSU Alumni Association invite students, staff, faculty, their children/dependents and alumni to join us for the annual Day of Caring and OSU Community Day of Service on Saturday, May 19. OSU students, staff, faculty, and their dependents can register for six projects on Ideal-Logic, while alumni can register for projects both in Corvallis and around the U.S. and world on osualum.com. Visit http://sli.oregonstate.edu/cce/dayofcaring to learn more. #BeaversGiveBack

Lectures, Workshops, Webinars

NEW! Undergraduate Humanities Research Conference: Join undergraduate students and their peers, professors, and parents for the first annual Undergraduate Humanities Research Conference. Hear outstanding presentations, engage in exciting conversations, and enjoy talking with OSU Undergraduate Research Fellows. Friday, May 18, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. MU, Journey Room 104.

NEW!The College of Public Health and Human Sciences’ weekly research seminar will be held from 1-2 p.m. Friday, May 18, in HFC 115/Bray Conference Room. Melissa Haendel, director of translational data science, Center for Genome Research and Biocomputing, will present “An open science approach for rare disease patients.” Videos of past seminars can be found online.

NEW! Grow Your Career Webinar Series: Negotiate Like a Pro – In this free webinar on May 23, learn how to negotiate your salary, how to identify key negotiation principles and best practices for getting what you want. Click here to register now and secure your seat.

Resumes & Cover Letters 101: Jobs and internships are there for the taking – are you ready? Come to this workshop to learn about what information you need to put in a resume/cover letter (and what you don’t), how to tailor your application materials to each individual job and employer, and how to stand out from the applicant pool. May 17, noon – 1 p.m. in SEC 112, Involvement Lounge.

Invitation to TRIAD: For nearly 90 years, TRIAD, founded on the principles of fellowship, service and cooperation, has provided OSU faculty, staff, and community members with the opportunity to network and learn something new each week. TRIAD invites you to attend our meeting Thursday, May 17, at noon in MU 109 to meet members, hear about our history, and get details about future TRIAD activities. Contact Jeannine.cropley@oregonstate.edu or joanne.bunnage@oregonstate.edu to reserve lunch.

Fake News – Panel Discussion- Do we live in an age of ‘alternative facts’ and fake news? What does that even mean? This panel aims to help make sense of recent trends and challenges regarding facts, news, misinformation, and more. Panelists: Tekla Bude, OSU, School of Writing, Literature, and Film; Daniel Faltesek, OSU, New Media Communications; Finn John, OSU, New Media Communications. Lightly catered, open to all. Thursday, May 17, 4 p.m. MU, Asian Pacific, 206.

Editor at The Seattle Times lecture: OSU alum Bill Reader will speak on his career as a sports writer and editor. The self-proclaimed defender of storytelling (both in words and photos) will speak on Thursday, May 17, from 4-5 p.m. in Kelley Engineering 1001.

Oregon Nutrition Update: The 2018 Oregon Nutrition Update, sponsored by the College of Public Health and Human Sciences’ Moore Family Center for Whole Grain Foods, Nutrition and Preventive Health and OHSU’s Moore Institute, will be held Friday, May 18, at OHSU in Portland. This annual update includes two compelling keynote presentations, a panel on the school food environment, an interactive communications sessions and a panel on food equity and insecurity. Sponsored by Bob’s Red Mill and the Oregon Dairy and Nutrition Council, the update will focus on different aspects of the food environment and how the environments in which we live, work and play have a direct impact on the food we eat. Learn more on the MFC page and/or register via OHSU.

Creating Anti-Racist Communities: The College of Engineering and the President’s Commission on the Status of Women present: “Creating Anti-Racist Communities.” In today’s society what does it take to create a just community? How can we break through the deeply ingrained layers of structural racism to create an equal America? On May 30 at 6 p.m. in the LaSells Stewart Center, Tricia Rose, acclaimed scholar and award-winning author and the Chancellor’s Professor of Africana Studies, and director of the Center for the Study of Race and Ethnicity in America at Brown University, attempts to tackle this in our political landscape. For information or accommodations contact, University Events 541-737-4717 or events@oregonstate.edu

Take Note

NEW! Recycling has changed. OSU has been following significant changes occurring to recycling markets that impact what materials are acceptable for placing in recycling bins on campus. Campus Recycling has recently updated the OSU acceptables list in accordance with our local recycling processors’ requirements. See the updated online recycle guides here and learn more about the changes here.

NEW! Fall 2018 On-campus Housing Move-In and Early Arrival: Fall 2018 move-in for the residence halls will take place on Sunday, Sept. 16, and you can find more information on our website:http://oregonstate.edu/uhds/move-in-guide. OSU departments and programs that require students to arrive prior to scheduled move-in dates for orientations or trainings must complete an Early Arrival Request for their group, which will be available in early July. If you have questions, contact Kaitlyn.griffin@oregonstate.edu.

NEW! Homecoming 2018: The OSU Homecoming Committee wants to know your thoughts in helping to make a fun, campus-wide Homecoming week, Oct. 15-20, 2018. Complete this short survey. Your responses will provide valuable feedback for campus and community partners when planning Homecoming activities.

LGBTQIA+ leadership award:At Lavender Celebration, the Pride Center will present the Marilyn Gorski Award for Excellence, Integrity, and Outstanding Contributions to Oregon State University. Visit the online form to nominate any graduating student who has provided leadership and service to Oregon State’s LGBTQIA+ community during the years seeking their current degree. Nominations due Sunday, May 27 by 11:59 p.m.

Clothing drive for Corvallis trans Community. May 28-June 1. Accepting donations of gently used clothing for all gender identities and expressions. Drop off clothes at the Women’s Center and Pride Center. Having gender affirming clothing can be life saving for trans people. Thanks for supporting transgender folks in our community by donating resources they need to thrive.

Apply now for Ecampus professional development funds: Oregon State Ecampus invites faculty, staff and administrators to pursue professional development related to online and hybrid education. Further your professional goals while promoting effective teaching and learning in OSU’s online and hybrid courses. Funding is available for professorial faculty, professional faculty and advisers. The application deadline is June 7, so learn more and apply online today.

CFP—Humanities Research Clusters: The OSU Center for the Humanities invites proposals for 2018-19 Humanities Research Clusters. Supported through a partnership with the Office of the Provost, this program offers scholars with expertise in different disciplines the opportunity to explore a topic of shared interest in common and in depth. Deadline: Friday, June 8. More information and application instructions at this link: http://oregonstate.edu/dept/humanities/research-clusters

Women’s Center Awards: The Women’s Center invites nominations for our annual awards: Women of Achievement; Student Leadership and AYA Award. Use the following link to learn more about each award and the nomination process: Women’s Center Awards. Nominations Due: Wednesday, May 23. We invite you to not only consider submitting a nomination but hope that you will plan to attend this year’s award ceremony on June 8 at 11:30 a.m. in the Women’s Center.

Traffic and Maintenance

NEW! Magruder: As part of the Path of Travel project, the south driveway to the Magruder Hall parking loop at the northeast corner of Magruder Hall will be closed from May 15-25 to accommodate the replacement of the sidewalk across the entrance (View Map).

30th Street: As part of the Path of Travel project, sections of the sidewalk along the west side of S.W. 30th Street between S.W. Western Blvd. and Washington Way will be closed from May 14 through June 1, to correct cross slope issues. There will be some demolition noise and minimal dust. For questions or comments on this closure, contact Ned Nabeta at 541-954-0294.

14th and 15th: As part of the Path of Travel project, traffic and bike lanes along 14th and 15th Streets will be temporarily shifted to accommodate modifications to curb ramps from just south of Monroe Street to Jefferson Way now through May 25. There will be some minor demolition noise and minimal dust. For questions or comments on this closure, contact Ned Nabeta at 541-954-0294.

Steam shutdown: Each year Facilities Services performs necessary maintenance on the university’s steam system, which requires shutting off the steam throughout campus to complete maintenance services at the plant, throughout the steam tunnels and in each building. This process affects hot water supply, heating and all equipment that uses steam, campus wide. The steam shutdown for 2018 will occur 6 p.m. June 17 through 5 p.m. June 21. For questions or comments on this closure contact Facilities Services at 541-737-2969.

Jefferson Way to Langton Place: As part of the Path of Travel project, the north access driveway from Jefferson Way to Langton Place (3266) will be replaced May 8-16 (View Map). Vehicles will need to use Armory Lane to access the area. During this time, there will be some demolition noise and minimal dust.

Parking lot closure: As part of the work on Parking Lot 3202 (west of Tebeau), the sidewalks at the driveways will be replaced beginning May 2 through May 23. Two to four of the driveways will be closed at that time. In addition, a few parking spaces will need to be closed to accommodate the improvements. (View map). There will be some demolition noise and a minimum of dust.

Cordley Hall: As shown on the map, the majority of Cordley Hall parking lot will be closed for construction purposes including ADA parking through June 25. The only spaces that will remain open are along the greenhouse. Plant Clinic parking will be temporarily relocated as shown on the map. For questions or comments on this notice contact Grace Ray at 503-577-3821.

Jobs

IT Infrastructure Manager: The Office of IT Infrastructure Services in Corvallis. Invites applications for one full-time (1.00 FTE) salary, 12-month IT Infrastructure Manager. Posting #P01670UF. Closes May 16.

Instructor Hospitality Management: OSU-Cascades in Bend, Oregon, in partnership with the College of Business at Oregon State University-Corvallis, invites applications for a part-time, (0.49 FTE), 9-month, fixed-term instructor rank faculty position in hospitality management. Posting #P02099UF. Closes May 16.

Construction Project Manager: OSU-Cascades is seeking a Construction Project Manager. This is a full-time 1.0 FTE, 12-month, fixed-term professional faculty position.Posting #P02100UF. Full consideration May 16. Closes May 30.

The Office of Human Resources invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Benefits Consultant. The anticipated starting salary will be $36,228 to $45,000. Posting #P02060UF. Closes May 16.

Temporary Education Program Assistant 1: This recruitment will be used to fill three part-time (approximately 5 hours per week) Temporary Education Program Assistant 1 positions for Extension offices at Oregon State University (OSU). One will be located in Newport, Lincoln County. One will be located in Tillamook, Tillamook County. One will be located in Astoria, Clatsop County. Posting# P01522CT. Closes May 18.

The College of Public Health and Human Sciences is seeking an Academic Advisor. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term professional faculty position. Posting #P02128UF. Full consideration May 20. Closes May 27.

Advisor: the University Honors College invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month Advisor. Posting #P02134UF. Closes May 20.

The College of Education invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, fixed-term Instructor position in Counselor Education. Reappointment is at the discretion of the dean. Posting #P02085UF. Closes May 20.

IT Infrastructure Services is seeking one Analyst Programmer, Comp Level 3 position. This is a Classified Exempt position. Posting #P01508CT. Closes May 23.

Research Associate: The School of Chemical, Biological and Environmental Engineering invites applications for a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, fixed term Research Associate position. Posting #P02089UF. Full consideration date is May 24. Closes June 30.

The Office of Admissions is seeking an Assistant Director of Operations. This is a full-time (1.0FTE), 12-month, fixed term professional faculty position. Reappointment is at the discretion of the Director of Admissions. Posting #P02120UF. Full consideration May 25. Closes May 31.

Instructor-Capstone: The School of Mechanical, Industrial, and Manufacturing Engineering invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), 9-month, non-tenure track position. Posting #P02027UF. Full consideration date May 25. Closes June 8.

Cashier 2: This recruitment will be used to fill two full-time Cashier 2 positions within the Transportation Services department. The work performed is focused on greeting customers, conducting business transactions with customer, cash handling, data entry, filing, and supporting customer service projects and initiatives. Posting #P01516CT. Closes May 28.

Laboratory Assistant – The Department of Food Science and Technology at OSU seeks applications for a Laboratory Assistant in the OSU Center for Sensory & Consumer Behavior Research. This is a part-time/Intermittent Classified position (a maximum of 35 hours per month). The incumbent will be responsible for assisting with research or field-work, in support of the Center. Posting #P01520CT. Closes May 29.

Custodian: This recruitment will be used to fill future, full-time needs for custodian position openings at OSU-Cascades. Posting #P01465CT. Closes June 30.

ABE Teacher: The College Assistant Migrant Program (CAMP) is seeking an ABE Teacher. This is a part-time, .49 FTE, 9-month, fixed-term, professional faculty position. Posting #P01530UF. Closes June 30.

The Oregon State University Foundation is searching for an energetic and creative student with a passion for storytelling to join our advancement communications team as a Writing and EditingIntern for the Oregon Stater alumni magazine, published by the OSU Alumni Association. The position reports to the editor of the Oregon Stater and is part of the two organizations’ 20-person advancement communications team, which sets communications strategy, develops creative concepts and delivers a wide range of communications, events and marketing materials that engage alumni and donors in the life of the university and lead to philanthropic support. Submit your cover letter and resume to: Jorge Hernandez, assistant director, talent management at osuf.hr@osufoundation.org. View the full job posting, as well as other student worker positions at www.osufoundation.org.

The OSU Alumni Association is hiring 4-5 students to join the Student Setup Crew. This is a year-round position. Ability to start during the summer is desirable. This is a part-time student position working up to 20 hours per week at the CH2M Hill Alumni Center. In this role, student workers execute event setups and perform basic maintenance, cleaning, A/V setup, technical support, and customer service. Flexibility, attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to work independently are required. Salary: $10.25/hour. Learn more about the position at osufoundation.org – About – Careers – Student Job Openings. Current OSU students can apply by submitting a cover letter and resume to Christi Kasten, Sr. Associate Executive Director by email at christi.kasten@oregonstate.edu. View the full job posting, as well as other student worker positions at www.osufoundation.org.

Student fundraiser: Looking for a job that is challenging and rewarding at the same time? As a student fundraiser for Oregon State University Foundation you will serve as an OSU ambassador to alumni and friends while helping raise much-need support for scholarships, faculty recruitment, and more. You will be joining a group of students who helped raise more than $400,000 for OSU during the 2017 fiscal year. And you will get paid to talk with alumni, parents and friends with updates about campus and ask them to make financial contributions to OSU. Student fundraisers can work 10-20 hours per week, $10.50/hour. Send your contact information and resume to Jake.mendenhall@osufoundation.org to apply.

Assistant Director of Development (ADOD) College of Engineering. The OSU Foundation is searching for an ADOD to focus on securing mid to major gifts, expanding the pipeline of major gift donors, and engaging COE alumni, parents and friends. The College of Engineering’s mission is to transform lives and enhance society through impactful education and research. In an inclusive and open environment, we produce graduates who are highly valued and in demand, solutions to global challenges, and partnerships that ensure responsiveness to Oregon and beyond. Learn more or apply at www.osufoundation.org.

Weather

OSU150 fun fact: A 1917 alumnus, Douglas McKay, served as the 25th governor of Oregon from 1949-52, then joined the Eisenhower Administration as Secretary of the Interior.

Corvallis: Patchy drizzle today, high of 65, low of 50. Patchy drizzle followed by sunshine on Thursday.

Central Oregon: Chance of showers, high of 65, low of 46. Slight chance of showers tomorrow.

Newport: Patchy drizzle, high of 59, low of 49. Patchy drizzle followed by sun on Thursday.